Social Worker

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & benefits

HOOPP defined benefit pension plan

Wellness services

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network is seeking a Social Worker at Hillcrest Reactivation Centre in Toronto. This full-time, temporary position involves supporting clients in their reactivation and rehabilitation journey. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Social Work and is a registered member of the OCSWSSW. Responsibilities include providing psychosocial assessments, counseling services, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Attractive benefits and pension plan included, with opportunities for development and corporate discounts.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work required.
• Registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
• Experience working with adults with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with psychosocial challenges in rehabilitation.
• Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with inter-professional teams and community providers.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Computer proficiency

Education

Masters degree in Social Work

Registered member of OCSWSSW

Member of Ontario Association of Social Workers

Job description

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital‑based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Job Description

Union: CUPE Hillcrest
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Positions: Replacement
Site: Hillcrest Reactivation Centre - 47 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1Y8
Department: Transitional Care Program
Reports to: Program Services Manager
Hours: hours per week
Wage Range: $ per hour(start rate is non‑negotiable)
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Status: Temporary, Full-Time (up to 6 months with possible extension)
Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Position Summary

Hillcrest Reactivation Centre is a 75‑bed community based reactivation Centre, part of the Community Transitional Care Programs within the TCLHIN. Operating under the Home and Community Care Act, Hillcrest offers a short period of reactivation to clients who are ALC or at risk of ALC, supporting their return home.

Duties

• Innovative application of social work processes that assist patients with psychosocial challenges and to optimize client progress in rehabilitation through the continuum
• Providing comprehensive psychosocial assessments and intervention
• Providing educational and supportive counselling services; providing service based on individual, family and group practice models
• Discharging planning, population health advocacy, community services linkage
• Collaborating with the inter‑professional team and community‑based service providers
• Advocating, mediating and resolving conflict
• Participating in professional, program and hospital development
• Willingness to provide field practicum instruction to Social Work students
• Participating in current and future program development, quality initiatives and research activities
• Complying with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work required
• Registered member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
• Member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers preferred
• Experience working with adults with complex medical needs
• Excellent time management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent skills in recognizing, analyzing and resolving problems
• Computer proficiency required
• Knowledge of the use of self‑assessment measures preferred

Why join UHN?

• Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.